Description
A versatile cream cheese dish that can be customized with various proteins and served as an appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your choice of protein (chicken, shrimp, or vegetables)
- Tortillas or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Mix the Base: Start by gathering all your ingredients. In a medium-sized bowl, add the cream cheese, shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, diced bell peppers, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Add Your Protein: If you are using a protein, such as cooked chicken or shrimp, add it to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until uniformly blended.
- Spread the Mixture: Take your tortillas and put a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on each one. Spread it evenly.
- Optional Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the filled tortillas or crackers on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve: Allow them to cool for a minute and serve warm.
Notes
Make sure to soften the cream cheese before mixing for a smooth texture. This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cream cheese, appetizers, versatile recipes, easy meals